Termite barriers in Mickleham and how they get defeated
A bridged barrier is worse than no barrier.
In short: Nearly every home here has a system. This is how it stops working.
What is installed
Usually a physical barrier under the external walls, placed at frame stage.
How it gets defeated
Soil, render, paving or garden beds banked over it, so termites cross undetected.
Why that is worse
The system is present, so everyone assumes it is working. It is not.
The notice
Records what was installed and when, and belongs in the meter box.
What to do
Clear the bridging, keep soil below the barrier line and have it inspected.
Written by the Owner Inspections team from inspections carried out in Mickleham. Licensed building practitioners, Building & Plumbing Commission registration CDB-U 53425.
